Craftsman spirit!? An artist from Shizuoka. Special feature on bands, singers, and idols.
Who comes to mind when you hear about artists from Shizuoka? Sometimes it’s surprising to learn, “Oh, really? I didn’t know that!” From veteran artists everyone knows to multi-talented celebrities… Finding someone from your hometown gives you a little thrill, doesn’t it? Shizuoka is home to many artists, from core members of popular bands to highly skilled up-and-coming musicians! Feel free to use this article to discover some wonderful artists.
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Craftsman spirit!? An artist from Shizuoka. Special feature on bands, singers, and idols (11–20)
Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomota Kanako (Momoiro Clover Z)
Kanako Momota, the leader of the five-member idol group Momoiro Clover Z, is from Hamamatsu City in Shizuoka Prefecture.
As a native of Shizuoka, her catchphrase is “The Cinderella of the Tea Fields.” During live performances of “Ikuze! Kaitō Shōjo,” Momota’s signature “ebizori jump” is a highlight.
Why?MIRI (Wagamama Rakia)
MIRI, who draws attention with a style that fuses rap and idol performance, began her career in RHYMEBERRY, a unit derived from the idol group usa☆usa Shoujo Club, and joined Wagamama Rakia in 2019.
She is also active in the MC battle scene, having earned runner-up at the women-only tournament CINDERELLA MCBATTLE in 2017.
Crossing over diverse genres such as rock, hip-hop, and EDM, she also writes lyrics.
With session experience alongside artists like R-Shitei, her improvisational rap skills are highly regarded.
Her appeal lies in a musicality that transcends the idol framework and an emphasis on teamwork that supports her fellow members.
She’s an artist recommended for those seeking a new vision of what an idol can be.
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Singer-songwriter Sato., from Izu in Shizuoka Prefecture.
Born in 2000, she began performing acoustic solo after receiving an acoustic guitar from her mother in middle school, and kicked off her full-fledged music career following an appearance on an AbemaTV program in 2018.
The first release of her seven-month consecutive digital release project starting in January 2024, “3%,” became a hot topic on social media and broke into the Top 10 of Spotify’s Viral chart.
Her appeal lies in a voice that blends translucence with power and lyrics that carefully portray raw emotions.
In 2025, she provided the ending theme for the anime “Flowers Bloom, Like Ashura” and took on her first band-arranged track.
Her mini-album “Toaru Ai o Tsudzutte,” also showcases a new expansiveness in sound.
She’s the perfect artist for listeners who want to enjoy both the warmth of acoustic performances and the strength of a full band sound.
craneHarada Mio (Neko-sen)
Mio Harada is a singer-songwriter from Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture.
While attending Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto, she formed the band Neko-sen in 2018 and has been active with a sound that incorporates elements of soul, jazz, funk, and city pop.
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She is active on multiple fronts, including creating theme songs for TV anime, providing songs to and producing for other artists, and expanding her expression under her solo name in addition to band activities.
Her appeal lies in a free musicality unbound by genre and an introspective lyrical worldview.
She’s an artist recommended for those seeking new forms of music.
LemonadeOkano Hironori
Hironori Okano is a beloved presence on local radio and at live shows.
Born in 1981, he is a singer-songwriter from Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture.
He made his major debut in 2007 with the single “Lemonade.” He has played the violin since elementary school, and his music features beautiful melodies with a touch of classical influence, along with gentle, straightforward lyrics that reflect his personality.
Song forKozono Miki
If you’re a local Shimizu S-Pulse supporter, you’ve probably heard the singing voice of Miki Kozono.
Born in 1999, she’s a singer-songwriter from Hamamatsu, Shizuoka.
Her mother has Filipino roots, and growing up in a music-filled household, she dreamed of becoming a singer from a young age and has been active ever since.
Winning the Grand Prix in a local radio audition led to her CD debut.
Her joyful singing presence is truly captivating! She’s also in charge of support songs for Shimizu S-Pulse.
Listening to her will surely lift your spirits.
Craftsman spirit!? An artist from Shizuoka. Special feature on bands, singers, and idols (21–30)
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Keyboardist ADAM at, from Iwata City in Shizuoka Prefecture, made his major-label debut in 2015 with the album “CLOCK TOWER.” While rooted in jazz and instrumental music, he creates cinematic-scale tracks that weave in elements of pop and rock.
His music has been featured as the ending theme for NHK’s professional baseball broadcasts and in a Kewpie Mayonnaise commercial, and in 2020 he won the 12th CD Shop Awards Jazz Prize for his album “Twilight Syndrome.” He also shows strong ties to his hometown by organizing his own local festival, INST-ALL FESTIVAL, in Shizuoka.
With lyrical piano melodies and dramatic structures, he’s an artist highly recommended for fans of instrumental music.